I know I'd have to get a new PSU, before you ask (in the event I choose the r9 280x).

EDIT: I know the r9 280x is the new card, and is good for a couple years. I wanted to see what the overall opinion is.---i5-3570k, Asus P8Z77-V LE, Corsair Vengeance 8 GB, Diamond HD 7970, 430W PSU, Cooler Master Storm Scout 2

In terms of actual performance, the difference would be negligible when both are overclocked as the r9 280x is mostly just a rebadged 7970 GHz edition which is just a binned 7970. Go with whichever one you feel suits you best. If the games appeal to you, get the 7970. I'll probably just get an r9 280x myself since I have all of the games on that list that actually interest me.---Sager np9370 | Intel i7 3630qm | GTX 670m SLI | 12GB DDR3 @ 1600MHz | 128GB SSD | 500GB HDD x2

#5DZ0D2(Topic Creator)Posted 10/12/2013 11:05:06 AM

I feel like I'm trying to find a new card at the worst possible time. There's just not enough information for me off work off of.---i5-3570k, Asus P8Z77-V LE, Corsair Vengeance 8 GB, Diamond HD 7970, 430W PSU, Cooler Master Storm Scout 2

#6Sergei_DukanovPosted 10/12/2013 11:11:23 AM

I ordered the MSI R9 280x with a $25 off coupon. Sold my 7970 to my brother. And depending how the new 290 shape up to be, I will just do a 2 way 280x crossfire. But if you can wait, ill let you know how it handles in my system.---FX8350 oc'ed 4.6ghz asrock 990fx extreme9 8gigs ddr3 antec 750W 7970 sapphire http://imgur.com/DKxtZXP http://imgur.com/I9vdXTk MOAR POWER!!!!!

#7turbovirginPosted 10/12/2013 11:30:45 AM

What's wrong with your current 7970?---Heads on straight, my girlfriend's beautiful, looks pretty good to me

#8maybecallsPosted 10/12/2013 11:39:10 AM

Not much difference between them. Any other alternatives?

#9Sergei_DukanovPosted 10/12/2013 11:41:14 AM

turbovirgin posted...

What's wrong with your current 7970?

nothing. But his 7850 broke and I saw an opportunity to get something new! but sadly, the 7970 is also new..... the best part? his a10 is holding the 7970 back..... HAHHAHAHAHAHAHAHHAA---FX8350 oc'ed 4.6ghz asrock 990fx extreme9 8gigs ddr3 antec 750W 7970 sapphire http://imgur.com/DKxtZXP http://imgur.com/I9vdXTk MOAR POWER!!!!!

#10DZ0D2(Topic Creator)Posted 10/12/2013 12:11:59 PM

turbovirgin posted...

What's wrong with your current 7970?

It's too loud and it's not actually mine. My brother gave it to me, and told me that when he wanted to sell all his parts, he wanted it back. So, I'm giving it back to him so he can get money for a new build. I might just get the r9 280x Toxic instead. 50 bucks more, but more performance.---i5-3570k, Asus P8Z77-V LE, Corsair Vengeance 8 GB, Diamond HD 7970, 430W PSU, Cooler Master Storm Scout 2